General Manager, EMI

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the EMI product strategy, roadmap and execution.

• Lead the launch of the EMI product, further develop and expand the product offering based on market needs and strategic goals.

• Form and lead cross-functional teams across product, technology and operations.

• Identify and prioritize growth opportunities and customer segments.

• Manage and enhance the core EMI offerings (e-wallets, IBAN accounts, cards, payment processing, etc.).

• Build and maintain partnerships with banks, card schemes and payment networks.

• Ensure robust governance, risk management and compliance practices across all EMI operations.

• Work in close collaboration with the CEO and the Board on progress, challenges and financial performance.

• Scale the team and infrastructure as the business grows.

Requirements

• Proven track record in building and scaling financial services products, preferably EMI, PI or banking products.

• Deep understanding of the European fintech regulatory landscape.

• Strong leadership experience managing multi-functional teams.

• Excellent project management skills and a data-driven mindset.

• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a startup/scaleup environment.

• Strong network in fintech, banking-as-a-service and payment ecosystems is a plus.

Conditions

• The role requires the General Manager to be based in the EU or UK, with a focus on building and structuring a core team around this location. While remote collaboration is possible, the key operations and leadership presence should be centered in Europe.

• Full ownership of team structure and operational decisions.

• Performance-based bonus structure tied to revenue growth, regulatory milestones, and platform expansion.

Important information for the applicants: We’ll reach out within 2 weeks should your profile be a match.